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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #43573 Short Luminara O
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You will hear a recording of a local astronomer discussing recent observations of a comet. Some words in the transcription differ from what the speaker said. Please click on the words that are different.
* Click on the words that are different from what you hear
Result:

Correct Transcript:

Last night, we had the incredible opportunity to observe Comet Luminara, which is only visible from Earth every 76 years. The comet was absolutely brilliant in the night sky, showcasing a vibrant tail that stretched for millions of miles. Utilising our powerful telescopes, we were able to document its swift journey across the sky, a truly mesmerising sight. What makes Comet Luminara particularly unique is its orbit, which brings it closer to Earth than most other comets, allowing for spectacular viewing. This event was not just a scientific opportunity but also a moment of unity, as people around the world looked up to witness this rare celestial event.
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Printed "luminous", the speaker says "brilliant"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "absolutely brilliant in the". You see "luminous" on the page, and they start with different letters.

Printed "vivid", the speaker says "vibrant"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "showcasing a vibrant tail". Text shows "vivid", but both words start with v, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "advanced", the speaker says "powerful"

Explanation: The speaker says "Utilising our powerful telescopes", not "advanced". Page has "advanced", and the first letters are different, so hear the first sound.

Printed "rapid", the speaker says "swift"

Explanation: Listen for "its swift journey across the". On the page is "rapid", and the words begin with different letters, so trust the audio.

Printed "especially", the speaker says "particularly"

Explanation: You will hear "What makes Comet Luminara particularly unique". Printed shows "especially", and both words end with the same two letters, so listen earlier.

Printed "phenomenon", the speaker says "event"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "witness this rare celestial event". The page reads "phenomenon", but the spoken word is much shorter, so trust your ears.

"Luminara" matches the audio

Explanation: "observe Comet Luminara" looks like a special name. It might seem tricky, but the speaker says it exactly as printed, so do not click it.

"celestial" matches the audio

Explanation: The phrase "rare celestial phenomenon" uses a less common word. It can look wrong, but the speaker says it exactly as printed, so do not click it.

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